Ingredients: 1 (750 ml.) bottle dry red wine, such as a Cabernet Sauvignon ¾ cup brandy ¼ cup honey 2 cinnamon sticks 1 medium orange, sliced into rounds 6 whole cloves 3 star anise Optional garnishes: extra orange slices, cinnamon sticks, and star anise Instructions: 1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine all of the ingredients (except for the garnishes). 2. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and let the mixture simmer for at least 15 minutes. 3. Strain and pour into mugs. Add optional garnishes.